Applied Medical Science

This ambitious and academically rigorous pathway is designed for high-achieving GCSE students (grades 5–9) who are aiming for careers in medicine, biomedical science, healthcare, or other STEM-related fields. Led academically by an NHS doctor, the course brings learning to life through authentic clinical insight and up-to-date scientific knowledge.

Location Great Yarmouth

You will explore real-world healthcare scenarios, medical ethics, patient-centered care, and decision-making in practice, helping them understand what it truly means to work in modern medicine and health sciences. You will also study a combination of Level 3 AAQs in Medical Science, Applied Science, and Health and Social Care, alongside the Extended Project Qualification (EPQ). This blend builds a strong scientific foundation, develops advanced laboratory and research skills, and gives you the opportunity to investigate a specialist area of interest in depth. Learning takes place in brand-new, purpose-built STEM laboratories, providing access to clinically informed practical work, advanced techniques, and case-based learning that mirrors real healthcare environments.

Assessment is varied throughout the course and is designed to develop both your practical skills and academic knowledge. You will be assessed through coursework, practical assessments, written assignments, case-based evaluations, an Extended Project Qualification (EPQ) research project and exams.

You will need to have achieved at least five GCSEs at grades 9 to 5 including English, maths and science.

This course provides you with an excellent foundation for further study and a wide range of careers in healthcare and life sciences. You could progress to a university degree in Biomedical Science, Medical Science, Radiography, Paramedicine, Nursing, Midwifery, Biochemistry, Microbiology, Genetics or Public Health.